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Celebrating 19 Years!

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Flu Shot Clinic
The Lunch Club
Disaster Preparedness
ROMEO Men's Lunch Group
Fall Prevention
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Brain Fitness Activity of the Month

Step It Up A Notch
The task: Find an activity you like to do by yourself-such as completing a crossword puzzle or knitting-and take it to the next level. See if by concentrating and giving more effort to the activity you can succeed better or more quickly.
The reason: There is limited value in working at a game or exercise that you can perform without paying close attention. It is important to always strive to take it up a notch to a higher and more demanding level, where you re-engage the brain's learning machinery. 

Annual Flu Shot Clinic
There's Still Time to Make Your Appointment! 
It's that time of year again!  The flu shots this year include H1N1 and our venue has changed:
flu shot photo
Wednesday, October 6
9 am to 3 pm
DMTV Studio
240 Tenth St.
Call 858-792-7565 or email dmcc@dmcc.cc to reserve your spot!
The Lunch Club

Photo collage of 2009 DMCC Memorial Walk 

Monday, Oct. 4 
11:30 - 1 pm
En Fuego
1432 Camino del Mar
Join us for another fun lunch event friends and neighbors at En Fuego.  DMCC's Care Manager Darcy Mulholland will share tidbits on topics of interest.  $10 includes  lunch and tip. Reservations & prepayment required: 858-792-7565 
Let Us Help You
Are You Ready, Del Mar? 
 fire
 
These warm weather days are our reminder that fire season is here...are you ready?  Please consider hosting a neighborhood meeting presented by Carol Kerridge on Disaster Preparedness.  Now is the time to act before another firestorm shifts our way.  Call Carol at 755-7821 to schedule your meeting. 
ROMEO Mens Lunch Group 
Tuesday, Oct. 26
12 noon - 1:30 pm
Sbicca Bistro
215-15th St.
Mix and mingle with friends and neighbors at the monthly men's lunch group led by Nate McCay.  Meets the 4th Tuesday of the month.  Reservations and prepayment required:  858-792-7565.  Make checks payable to DMCC and mail to PO Box 2947, Del Mar, CA 92014.
Learn About Falling 
 Dr. MerzenichListen to Dr. Merzenich
 
Falls are the number one cause of injury in people 65+...and they can wreak havoc on health and quality of life. Most falls are caused by deficits in the three brain systems that control balance (vestibular, visual and somatasensory). Posit Science, the creators of our Brain Fitness Program, has put together a page where you can learn more about falling and listen to Dr. Mike Merzenich on how to avoid falling. Given the serious consequences that can come from a bad fall, an ounce of prevention is the way to go! 
BBQ Fundraiser at the Firehouse
people line dancing
Help us celebrate 10 sensational years of service!   
 
We're offering a wagon train full of fabulous Auction items too numerous to list, but here's a little preview:
  • Lunch in Del Mar with San Diego State Aztec Basketball Head Coach Steve Fisher
  • Golf for 2 at the Del Mar Country Club
  • 5-day stay at a relaxing log cabin in Montana
  • L'Auberge Del Mar package
  • Dinner for 10 at Pacifica Wine Room which includes a selection of rare wines
  • Dr. Wadia's famously delicious Indian Dinner for 6 in his historic Del Mar home.
Happy Hour, BBQ, Auctions, Live Music by Prairie Sky & Line Dancing.  
 
Tickets $110 each available online at www.dmcc.cc.
Del Mar Fire Station is located at 2200 Jimmy Durante Blvd.

Regular Activities

Unless noted otherwise, call DMCC at 858-792-7565 for more information on any of the following activities.  Donations are
always welcome.
 
Mondays
Computer Tutoring for Seniors
9 -11:30 a.m.  
Free!  Whether you are new to computing or just want to brush up on your skills, please drop by! In Partnership with Casa di Amistad and the Solana Beach Senior Center, DMCC offers computer tutoring plus use of Web Adapt technology for those with vision challenges.  120 Stevens Ave., SB, Computer Lab, Room 108.
 
Tai Chi by the Sea
10 - 11 a.m.  
Improve your physical and mental balance, coordination and fitness next to the soothing ocean waves. Powerhouse Community Center. Register by phone 760-753-7073 or online at www.sdadulted.com.  New session starts 9/13.  Fee:  $51 for 8 sessions.

Warm  Water Aerobics Class for Del Mar Seniors
12 Noon to 1 p.m.
 
Noonan Family Swim School, Jimmy Durante Blvd.  Fee:  $6/class o
r $30 for 6 classes. Register in class. 
 
Tuesdays
Senior Fitness Classes by San Dieguito Adult Ed -
T/Th - 8, 9 or 10 a.m. (10 am class is Low Impact Chair Fitness)  Sessions held at the Powerhouse Community Center.  Register by phone 760-753-7073 or online at www.sdadulted.com.  
Fee: $32. 
 
Senior Health Forum
10 - 11:30 a.m. every other Tuesday (10/12 & 10/26)
Free!  Join Dr. Kalina for his popular interactive discussions designed to empower participants to experience a higher level of health and well-being. New topic each time.  Del Mar TV Studio, 240 Tenth St.
 
Karen Lockwood working the Brain Fitness Program
Brain Fitness Computer Program
T/W/Th; 10, 11:30, 1 or 2:30
A 40-hour computer-based program developed by Posit Science scientifically proven to improve memory, speed up thinking and sharpen focus. No previous computer experience is required. Participants must commit to complete the full 40-hour program. The DMCC Brain Fitness Program is funded by a grant from the office of San Diego County Supervisor Pam Slater-Price and is offered in partnership with Briggs & Briggs LLC.  Call DMCC office to be placed on the waiting list. Your brain will thank you! New series begins 9/28 at 1104 Camino del Mar, Suite 106.
 
Seasoned Readers Book Club - October 26 - 2 p.m.
Meets the last Tuesday of every month at the Del Mar Library to discuss the selected book. This month's selection:  Bel Canto by Ann Patchett.  Contact Joanne Sharp to sign up at 858-755-0555, or email djsharp@roadrunner.com.
 
Wednesdays
Grocery Shopping Shuttle Bus
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

DMCC shuttle bus provides pick-up at City of Del Mar residents' homes and takes them alternately to either Henry's in Solana Beach or Trader Joe's in Encinitas.  Our bus hosts assist riders loading and unloading their purchases.  Suggested donation:  $5.  Call DMCC 24 hours in advance to arrange pick up.   
 
Mah Jongg Games
10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Free!  No partner necessary.  Upstairs in the Powerhouse Community Center.  We're always looking for new players!  For more information, call June Strasberg 858-755-4680.
 
Bridge
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Free!  No partner necessary.  Downstairs in the Powerhouse Community Center.  For more information, call DMCC office.
 
Brain Fitness Computer Program
T/W/Th; 10, 11:30, 1 or 2:30

See Tuesday description for details
 
Thursdays
Senior Fitness Classes by San Dieguito Adult Ed
T/Th - 8, 9 or 10 a.m.  
See Tuesday description for details
 
Grocery Shopping Shuttle Bus
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
DMCC shuttle bus provides pick-up at City of Del Mar residents' homes and takes them to Vons on Mango and Ralph's ShoppingCenter in DM Highlands.  Our bus hosts assist riders loading and unloading their purchase.  Suggested donation $5.  Call DMCC 24 hours in advance to arrange pick up.   
  
Brain Fitness Computer Program
T/W/Th; 10, 11:30, 1 or 2:30
See Tuesday description for details
 
Knit and Stitch - October 7, (First Thursday of each month)
3 - 4:30 p.m.
Free!  Bring your own project and share an idea.  At the Del Mar City Library.  For details, call Regina Horner at 858-755-1931.
 
Fridays 
Silver Age Yoga for Seniors
10 - 11 a.m.
With chairs or on the floor.  Chairs provided; bring your own yoga mat for floor work.  Teacher trained and certified by Silver Age Yoga.  At St. Peter's Parish Hall. 
 
Senior Legal Services - Oct. 26, 8:30 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Free!  For seniors 60 and older in the 92014 zip code area.  Attorney provides advanced healthcare directive, power of attorney, wills, referrals and more.  Please call ElderLaw for an appointment and to confirm date:  858-565-1392 x208.

Del Mar Community Connections is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation  providing resources to age in place....because there's no place like home.

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